Ibizian

Ibizan Hound

A Typical Mediterranean hound, whit tall erect ears, as depicted on Egypian tombs and pottry since time immemorial. Ibizan Hounds originated from the Mediterranean region and may be related to the famous Pharaoh hound. This Coursing Hound resembles Anubis; Dog God of Ancient Egypt.This highly prized hunter of small game animals uses its keen sight as well as scent to locate hare, rabbit and birds. They come in two coat types: rough or smooth haired. They must be white and red, white and lion, and solid white, red or lion in color. They measure up to 29 inches and weigh up to 75 pounds. They are high jumpers and have high energy but are relatively easy to train and are affectionate and loyal to their family members. Some playtime and walks would be appreciated by your Ibizan.The breed feels the cold if left outside in a British winter as if longing for its native Balearic home.

General appearance* Tall, narrow, finely built, large erect ears.

Characteristics* Agile, tireless, controlled hunter. Retrieves to hand, has ability to jump great heights without take - of run.

Temperamenr* Alert, intelligent and very friendly.

Head ans Skull* Fine, long, flat skull with prominent occipital bone. Stop not well defined, slightly convex muzzle, length of which from eyes to tip of nose equals lenght from eyes to occiput. Nose flesh - coloured, should protrude beyond teeth, jaws very strong and lean.

Eyes* Clear amber, expressive. Almond - shaped; not prominent,, large or round.

Ears* Largr, thin, stiff, highly mobile, erect when dog is alert, in a continuous line with arch of neck when viewed inprofile; base set on level with eyes. Drop ears unacceptable.

Mouth* Perfectly even white teeth; scissor bite, i.e. upper teeth closely overlapping lower teeth and set square to the jaws. Thin lips with no dewlap.

Neck* Very lean, long, muscular and slightly arched.

ForeQuarters* Rather steep, short shoulders blade, long straight legs, erect pasterns of good length.

Body* Level back sloping slightly from the pin bones to rump. Long, fat ribcage. Short coupled with well tycked - up waist, breast bone very prominent. Depth measured between bottom of ribcage and elbow 7 - 8 cms * 2 - 3 ins *.

HindQuarters* Long, strong, straight and lean, no great angulation, long second thigh, turning neither in nor out.

Feet* Well arched toes, thick pads, light - coloured claws. Frond feeth may turn slightly outwards. Dewclaws should not be removed in front. No hind dewclaws.

Tail* Long, thin, low set, reaching well below the hock; when passed between legs and round flank reaches spine; may be carried high when excited, but not curled within itself or low over back.

Gait* movement* A suspended trot, which is a long far - reaching stride, with a slight hover before placing foot to ground.

Coat* Smooth or rough always hard, close, dense. Longer under tail and at back of legs. Hunting scars should not be penalised.

Colour* White, chestnut or lion solid colour, or any combination of these.

Size* In country of origin varies between 56 and 74 cms * 22 - 29 ins*, but balance is overriding factor.

Faults* Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness should with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree.

Note* Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.